The College will be hosting a full day of training and events on World Mental Health Day, Wednesday, October 10.
The World Federation for Mental Health is focusing the 2018 WMHDAY campaign on Young People and Mental Health in a Changing World. They are bringing attention to the issues our youth and young adults are facing in our world today and begin the conversation around what they need in order to grow up healthy, happy and resilient.
QVCC events include:
- Mental health tips stations and screenings from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
- QPR (Question, Persuade and Refer) Training. This training provides steps that anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Two trainings for students will be available from Noon – 1 p.m. and 6 – 7 p.m. RSVP is required to Satina Salce, 860.932.4299.
- Pizza with the President, beginning at 5 p.m. Satina Salce, QVCC Counselor and QVCC President Dr. Carlee Drummer will have a discussion in the Fireside Lounge. There will be a short mental health video, discussion on Stomping out the Stigma of Mental Health, handouts and giveaways.
For additional information, contact Satina Salce, 860.932.4299
Released October 3, 2018